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Uamh nan Cailleach, known as Nuns' Cave, is a natural rock shelter located at Carsaig on the Isle of Mull in Argyllshire, Scotland. The cave has been associated with early Christian activity, and tradition holds that it was used by nuns, though archaeological evidence for sustained monastic occupation remains limited. The site features a natural cave entrance with evidence of modification for habitation, including what may be structural features from its period of use. The exact dating and duration of occupation are matters of scholarly discussion, though the site is generally considered to relate to the early medieval period and the broader Christian heritage of the western Scottish Isles.
Uamh nan Cailleach, Nuns’ Cave, Carsaig is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13674. View the official record →
Uamh nan Cailleach, known as Nuns' Cave, is a natural rock shelter located at Carsaig on the Isle of Mull in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM13674.
Uamh nan Cailleach, Nuns’ Cave, Carsaig is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM13674.
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